I am debating the 4 man tipi vs. the Redcliff. I understand the Redcliff is larger and slightly heavier. But I was wondering for a solo hunter or with perhaps one other person does the 4 man offer any advantages? Is it mainly the 10ozs or so lighter? I am not interested in smaller options as I want standing room. I am planning on using either the tipi or Redcliff in conditions ranging from dry to extremely wet temperate rainforest. There may also be some times with exposure above treeline, although I always try to pitch tents with some kind of natural wind protection if available.
I am also suspecting that due to the wet conditions that a liner is a must. Even if I can run a wood stove, I'm just concerned that condensation will overwhelm the tent without a liner present. How does the Redcliff liner work vs. the tipi liner in terms of effectiveness and space usage?
I am planning on running the SXL stove. I figured for the 8ozs. of the large stove I get a much bigger door and firebox. Seems like a good trade if it works in either tent.
Why I might want to pick the tipi over the pyramid or vice versa? I am leaning tipi simply because it reportedly has a better foul weather handling capability. But I really don't have any experience with tipis or pyramids to know how true this is or is not.
Any input is appreciated.Statistics: Posted by Southern Lights — Wed Mar 01, 2017 3:01 am
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